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Avocado Chicken Salad with Cottage Cheese Recipe

This cottage cheese chicken salad recipe is a protein-packed, creamy, and flavorful dish perfect for a healthy lunch or light dinner.
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Total Time 10 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine American, Healthy, High-protein
Servings 1 cup per serving
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup shredded cooked chicken
  • ½ cup cottage cheese
  • ½ ripe avocado mashed
  • ¼ cup diced red onion
  • ¼ cup diced celery
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, mashed avocado, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Mix until well blended.
  • Stir in the shredded chicken, diced red onion, and diced celery until evenly combined.
  • Serve the salad over mixed greens, in lettuce cups, or wrap in a whole-grain tortilla.

Notes

  • Crunch Tip: For added texture and flavor, sprinkle sliced almonds or sunflower seeds on top before serving.
  • Serving Ideas: This cottage cheese recipe also works well in meal-prep containers for lunch or as a sandwich filling.
  • Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 38gFat: 14g
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